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Kinematic and Kinetic Chains
June 1, 2017
The importance of recognizing a closed-chain activity lies in the fact that the motions of multiple joints are coupled. Weakness at any one joint will consequently limit performance of the entire movement.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Science Program design kinematic chain kinetic chain strength and conditioning
Risk Factors Requiring Wellness Interventions
November 6, 2020
This excerpt from NSCA's Essentials of Tactical Strength and Conditioning explains the importance of wellness programs for tactical athletes.
TSAC Facilitators Program design Wellness Interventions Tactical Sleep Disruption Stress Nutrition
Excessive Sitting – A Tactical Performance Problem
January 7, 2022
Tactical professionals are often met with jobs that require long periods of sedentary time. This article provides practical strategies for how to minimize the negative impact of chronic sitting for the tactical professional.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Sedentary Muscular Recruitment Neuromuscular Activation Mobility Occupational Task Performance
Reducing the Risk of Injury
May 6, 2019
This article is an overview of several studies that look into the effects of intensity and volume in the training of combat soldiers and its relation to injury.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Volume Intensity Reducing Injury Combat Soldiers
Time-Efficient Training Approach as a Solution to Sedentary Occupational Health Risks
November 4, 2022
This article highlights some of the benefits, components, and training methods involved with time-efficient training.
Personal trainers Program design Sedentary Time-Efficient Training Complex Circuit
TSAC Report 43 Research Review
April 1, 2015
This article is the eighth in a continuing series of tactical strength and conditioning (TSAC) research reviews. It is designed to bring awareness to new research findings of relevance to tactical strength and conditioning communities. On this occasion, the focus is on new research presented at the 2016 NSCA National Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, July 7 – 8, 2016.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science Program design Testing and Evaluation research tactical strength and conditioning TSAC
The ABCs of Long-Term Athletic Development
March 6, 2018
For emerging athletes to move properly and develop athletic skills, they must first develop proficiency in fundamental motor skills. The ABCs of athleticism, therefore, must reflect the development of fundamental motor skills first, and specific athletic skills second.
Personal trainers Coaches Exercise Technique Program design LTAD motor skills development long-term athletic development hs-coaching
Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) for the Personal Trainer – Part 2: Action – How Can Personal Trainers Integrate LTAD into Clients’ Programs?
August 16, 2024
This three-part series shows how personal trainers can create a physically literate cradle-to-grave culture for all, with LTAD as the framework.
Personal trainers Program design Professional Development LTAD Physical Literacy Motivational Interviewing Clients
Physiological Responses to Defensive Tactics Training in Correctional Populations – Implications for Health Screening and Physical Training
June 1, 2017
Correctional officers can achieve heart rates that are indicative of maximal effort exercise during a simulated confrontation with a noncompliant inmate. Given the nature of the position, agencies should attempt to hire individuals that have the potential to be able to work in these situations and training instructors should ensure they are physically developed so they can function and make correct decisions when providing maximal effort under stress.
TSAC Facilitators Exercise Science TSAC Report TSAC TSAC-F correctional officers law enforcement training
Sports Nutrition Considerations for Firefighters
April 17, 2025
This article will highlight recent key dietary practices and provide practical applications for implementing these practices for firefighters.
TSAC Facilitators Nutrition Exercise Technique Program design Organization and Administration Testing and Evaluation Safety First Responder Fitness Health and Wellness Supplements Dietary Practices Nutrition Firefighters
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